What is the cost of Breast Enlargement Surgery?

The guide price of breast enlargement procedure depends upon the shape of the implant, hospital stay and hospital charges. Some hospitals, particularly in central London are understandably costlier than the hospitals in greater London. The anatomical implants are costlier than the round implants.

Mr Vadodaria performs this operation under general anaesthetics as a day case. However, some patients may wish to stay in the hospital for personal and domestic reasons. The costs of breast enlargement in Mr Vadodaria’s practice ranges from £3,750. This includes the costs of initial consultation, blood test, surgeon’s fees, anaesthetic fees, hospital fees as a day case, cost of implants and the post-operative follow-ups. Mr Vadodaria’s secretary will give you an exact cost of the procedure at the end of your consultation.

What are the different types of implants?

The anatomical implants are tear drop shaped. Round implants and anatomical implants are available with different projections as well as with different diameters. Our surgeon will discuss with you the advantages and limitations of different types of implants during your initial consultation. Mr Vadodaria uses texturised cohesive silicone filled implants and does not use smooth walled saline filled implants in his practice for breast enlargement procedures.

How do you determine the size of the implants? Would I be able to try implants during my initial consultation?

Mr Vadodaria and his female assistant will show you a range of implants with different shapes, volume and projection. You will be given an opportunity to try different size implants underneath a sports bra in the clinic. You will be able to appreciate the change in size of your bust wearing a tight t-shirt using a mirror. We call this process the ‘sizing test’. We will discuss with you in detail about the logistic of this test. We believe that this test is very useful and has remained very reliable for many years in our practice.

How does the breast feel following the enlargement using a silicone implant?

The consistency (feel) of silicone implants is very much alike youthful formed breasts.

I am a little bit nervous about the consultation for breast enlargement?

We encourage you to bring your partner, your mum or a friend along. They can actively participate in the consultation process. We will discuss with you all aspects of the procedure of breast enlargement, silicone implants and the post-operative course. The consultation normally takes between 45 minutes to an hour. Mr Vadodaria will also show you the photographs of his previous patients using different types and sizes of implants to allow you to develop better insight into the expected outcome. We have a ‘buddy system’ in our practice and our team will be happy to arrange a meeting/telephonic chat with the patients who had similar procedure performed under Mr Vadodaria’s care.

What is the incidence of capsular contracture following breast enlargement using silicone implants?

The incidence of capsular contracture using texturised silicone gel filled implants is up to 4%. We advise all our patients to come for a regular follow-up on an annual basis, so that we can monitor your progress.

What is the usual duration of this procedure in the operation theatre?

Mr Vadodaria performs breast enlargement under general anaesthetics as a day case procedure. He normally does not use drains (plastic tubes). He takes between 45 to 60 minutes to perform this procedure.

When can I go back to work?

You will be allowed to return back home on the same day, approximately 4 to 6 hours after the operation. You are allowed to move in your home from the same day. Resuming the work depends upon the type of your job. You are allowed to drive your car a week after the procedure. We will advice you not to do swimming, contact sports, horse riding or weight lifting for a period of 4 to 6 weeks. You will be seen by Mr Vadodaria within a week following the procedure. He will normally allow resuming your work after 7 to 10 days.

When can I go back to the gym?

You are allowed to go for a gentle walk after a week. We will advise you to use sports bra. You are allowed to use gym after 10 days for lower body exercise. You are allowed to use weights after 4 weeks and swimming after 6 weeks.

Can I breast feed after breast enlargement surgery?

The procedure of breast enlargement involves creating a pocket either behind the breast tissue or behind the muscle. In any case, milk secreting glands are undisturbed. Hence, breast enlargement surgery does not affect breast feeding.

How long do the breast implants last?

The procedure of breast enlargement involves creating a pocket either behind the breast tissue or behind the muscle. In any case, milk secreting glands are undisturbed. Hence, breast enlargement surgery does not affect breast feeding.

Do breast implants increase the risk of breast cancer?

There is no evidence of silicone breast implants causing increased incidence of breast cancer.

Will the scarring be visible?

There is no evidence of silicone breast implants causing increased incidence of breast cancer.

Will I lose the sensation in my nipple?

In majority of the patients, the sensation to nipple areola remains unchanged. However, in less than 5% of cases, there is a possibility of either increased or reduced sensation.

Should I have the implants placed under or over the muscle?

Mr Vadodaria will discuss in detail about the rationale and the advantages/disadvantages of placing the implant in front or behind the muscle. Mr Vadodaria prefers to place the implant behind the muscle in women with very minimal breast tissue.

Can I combine breast enlargement surgery with other procedures?

Breast enlargement can be combined with breast lift. This procedure is known as augmented mastopexy. Breast enlargement can also be combined with liposuction to thighs and abdomen. Mr Vadodaria will discuss with you in detail about the feasibility of such combined procedure if appropriate.

Where will my consultation take place?

Mr Vadodaria conducts his clinics in Harley street, central London as well as other clinics in greater London on a regular basis.